Caterpillar dealers in Egypt
There is 1 authorised Caterpillar dealer in Egypt: Mantrac Egypt, with 13 branches in Alexandria, 10th of Ramadan City, Giza, Tanta, Suez, Sharm El Sheikh, Mansoura, Sohag, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel and Marsa Alam. It sells new and used Caterpillar machines and offers rental, parts and servicing. Last checked October 2026.
Country guide
Buying Caterpillar equipment in Egypt
Egypt is one of Africa's largest equipment markets, driven by large state-led construction: new cities such as the New Administrative Capital, roads, bridges and ports.
- Currency
- Egyptian pound (EGP)
- Main ports
- Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta, Sokhna
- Drives on the
- Right
- Languages
- Arabic; English widely used in business
Importing and registering, in brief
Ports
Alexandria and Damietta on the Mediterranean, Port Said at the Suez Canal, and Sokhna on the Red Sea.
ACID before shipping
Every sea shipment needs an ACID number (Advance Cargo Information) registered by the Egyptian importer on the Nafeza platform before the goods are shipped.
Customs
Clearance is through the Egyptian Customs Authority. Most importers use a licensed clearing agent.
Registering for road use
Machines used on public roads are registered with the traffic department of the governorate where the owner is based.
General guidance only. Confirm with the official bodies or your clearing agent before you buy. Last checked October 2026.